Accredited Technical Masterclass 13

ATM 13 Watt works: Delivering stability, flexibility and value in modern grids

Across global energy systems, electricity grids are becoming increasingly distributed and flexible systems. As renewable generation and distributed energy resources accelerate, organisations are shifting how they approach grid stability, affordability, regulatory change and investment decision making.

In this 60-minute Accredited Technical Masterclass, our industry leaders will provide a practical overview of how energy grids are evolving and what these changes mean for infrastructure planning, investment and operational decisions. Drawing on their cross-regional experience, our presenters will explore the technical, regulatory and economic forces shaping power systems, with a focus on balancing stability, flexibility and long-term value. The session will cover the changing nature of power grids, energy demand and generation profiles, and investment and affordability optimisations facing asset owners, regulators and communities.

This masterclass is designed for professionals across the public and private energy sectors, particularly those impacted by the energy transition, grid constraints and decarbonisation pressures. This session will also enable broader stakeholder groups to engage in discussions about future grid development and energy transition strategies.

By attending this masterclass, you will be able to:

Describe how electricity grids are evolving to deliver stability, flexibility and value.
Explain the technical, regulatory, and economic factors shaping grid stability, flexibility and value.
Discuss practical considerations that influence infrastructure planning, affordability and energy transition decisions.

Register now to secure your spot.

GHD is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard. IACET is recognised internationally as a standard development organisation and accrediting body that promotes quality of continuing education and training.

Don't forget to complete the short quiz at the end of the class to earn 0.1 Continuing Education Unit (CEU) from the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).

This exclusive masterclass offers regionally tailored insights into grid stability concerns, rising project and network costs, regulatory and affordability pressures, and integrating Distributed Energy Resources (DER).

Sarah FitzGerald - Technical Director – Energy Strategy & Engagement, GHD

Sarah is a Technical Director for Energy Strategy, where she specialises in facilitating complex conversations at the intersection of energy systems, policy, community and investment. With over 25 years of experience spanning government, industry and advisory roles, Sarah is recognised for her ability to translate highly technical concepts into shared understanding and practical decision-making.

Sarah brings deep experience working alongside engineers, system planners, regulators, Indigenous Peoples, and investors on some of our most challenging energy transition projects. She has advised governments, utilities and developers on grid-enabling infrastructure, transmission development, and the integration of renewables, storage, and future fuels. In facilitation settings, she is particularly valued for creating structured, technically rigorous environments.

Tej Gidda - Global Energy Leader & Distinguished Technical Leader, GHD

Dr. Tej Gidda is the Global Leader for Future Energy at GHD, where he leads the firm’s global strategy on energy transition and decarbonisation. With over two decades of experience in environmental engineering and clean energy systems, he is a recognised thought leader in the development of resilient, low-carbon infrastructure.

Tej holds a PhD in Environmental Engineering and is a licensed Professional Engineer in Ontario. He has advised governments, utilities and private sector clients on the integration of emerging technologies into future-ready energy systems. His work spans strategic planning, regulatory engagement, and the design of innovative energy solutions. He is a frequent speaker at international forums, including COP29, where he advocates for unified global carbon pricing and accelerated clean energy deployment.

Natasha D’Silva - Senior Advisor – Power Systems, GHD

Forward-thinking and intent on leaving the world a little better than she found it, Natasha is a thought leader within GHD’s Power Advisory team, delivering technically rigorous and commercially astute energy solutions for clients. Her work is driven by a strong commitment to future generations, reflected in her specialisations in environmentally friendly high‑voltage equipment, Virtual Power Plants (VPPs), and delivering grid connection packages. As a result, she is highly sought after for her ability to provide holistic technical and commercial advice across these areas.

Beyond her role at GHD, Natasha runs her own company and is an active leader within the energy community. She serves as Deputy Chair of CIGRE Australia and is a member of the CIGRE A3 High Voltage Equipment panel. She also regularly peer‑reviews technical papers for CIGRE conferences.

Ian Lloyd - Technical Director – Network Innovation, GHD

Ian is a Technical Director of Network Innovation at GHD, where he helps shape the future of clean energy and smart infrastructure. With a 40-year career spanning the electricity supply industry (Generation, Distribution and Innovation Delivery), together with 14 years in semiconductor manufacturing, he has led pioneering projects including the UK’s Customer-Led Network Revolution, The Keele University Smart Energy Network Demonstrator and Siemens’ UK Digital Grid and Microgrid solutions business.

A Fellow of the Institution of Engineering and Technology, Ian is passionate about driving innovation that reduces carbon impact and accelerates the energy transition and is a co-founder of The Decarbonisation Network. Based in Tynemouth, he balances his professional life with golf, photography and martial arts, and is a proud father of three.